Another Possibility

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I haven't posted in a while, but with the draft getting close, I figured why not throw out another possible scenario that might happen this year (even though the chances are slim for this one). In this case, I have Trent Richardson falling to us at #9. I know everyone thinks he won't get past the Bucs because of the Barber and Wright signings, but I personally think Wright isn't a starting quality CB.

With Richardson still on the board (and despite the Green-Ellis signing), the Bengals could very well trade up to get an impact workhorse RB for their impressive run-blocking O-Line. So this is my dream scenario:

Some might think that Coples won't fall this far, and with his natural talents, it's hard to argue. However, with his motor in question, it's not too crazy to say he could make it to the 17th pick and be of great value.

1 - Stephon Gilmore, CB, USC

Call me a South Carolina homer all you want, but I think Kirkpatrick and Gilmore are very similar players and I'd be happy with either. Both had decent combines, but Gilmore hasn't had any off-field issues.

3 - Joe Adams WR/PR Arkansas

Some say he might be the next Steve. That's all I need to hear.

4 - Nigel Bradham, OLB, FSU

Great coverage linebacker who could be the perfect backup for TD. Plus, he can lay the wood.

5 - Terrell Manning, OLB, NC State

With Dan Connor gone, we need all the depth we can get at LB, so I could see us grabbing one more in the later rounds.

6 - James Hanna, TE, Oklahoma

He blew up the combine with a special combination of size and speed. We might not have Shockey next year, so this could be a great pick.

6 - Levy Adcock, OT, Oklahoma St

Nothing wrong with a little OL depth. Amirite?

7 - Drew Butler, P, Georgia

I don't like Baker. 'Nuff said.

All in all, I know that this is pretty improbable, but I just wanted to make an interesting mock (since this is the first one I've ever done) and see what you guys think. Thanks.

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I agree with that too, but I think Coples has a better chance of falling. If we're stuck at #9, which is what's probably gonna happen, I would be pumped if we got Ingram or Coples. I trust Hurney in the first round, so I'm confident he'd make the right choice between the two.

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Yeah this is definitely a dream draft of mine, and I couldn't help putting him up there because he's grown on me lately. And I personally think that Dre, Janoris, and Gilmore are all on the same level. This draft was more for the trade than the players. I think it would be boss to be able to solidify the d-line and secondary in the late first round, no matter who the players are, because Hurney is the man in the first round usually.